I’m a data & analytics professional with 15+ years of experience transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support business growth and operational efficiency. I design, develop, and maintain enterprise reporting solutions, bridging data engineering and business strategy with high-impact dashboards and reports. I hold a BSc in Applied Electronics and Computer Science, and I’m skilled at ETL development, data cleansing, and integrating data from SAP and non-SAP systems. I excel at translating technical data into clear business recommendations for senior stakeholders and thrive when collaborating across data engineering, product, and business teams. I’m passionate about delivering data-driven insights that guide strategy, performance improvement, and forecasting. I regularly contribute to the design of modern BI architectures and data governance practices, helping organizations move toward scalable data platforms and real-time visibility across global operations.

Cristi Chifan

I’m a data & analytics professional with 15+ years of experience transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support business growth and operational efficiency. I design, develop, and maintain enterprise reporting solutions, bridging data engineering and business strategy with high-impact dashboards and reports. I hold a BSc in Applied Electronics and Computer Science, and I’m skilled at ETL development, data cleansing, and integrating data from SAP and non-SAP systems. I excel at translating technical data into clear business recommendations for senior stakeholders and thrive when collaborating across data engineering, product, and business teams. I’m passionate about delivering data-driven insights that guide strategy, performance improvement, and forecasting. I regularly contribute to the design of modern BI architectures and data governance practices, helping organizations move toward scalable data platforms and real-time visibility across global operations.

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I’m a data & analytics professional with 15+ years of experience transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support business growth and operational efficiency. I design, develop, and maintain enterprise reporting solutions, bridging data engineering and business strategy with high-impact dashboards and reports. I hold a BSc in Applied Electronics and Computer Science, and I’m skilled at ETL development, data cleansing, and integrating data from SAP and non-SAP systems. I excel at translating technical data into clear business recommendations for senior stakeholders and thrive when collaborating across data engineering, product, and business teams.

I’m passionate about delivering data-driven insights that guide strategy, performance improvement, and forecasting. I regularly contribute to the design of modern BI architectures and data governance practices, helping organizations move toward scalable data platforms and real-time visibility across global operations.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Business Intelligence Consultant at IKEA Supply AG Switzerland
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Migration of Cognos and Qlik reporting solutions to Power BI, improving usability and performance across global operations. Supported the adoption of S/4HANA operational reporting, enabling real-time visibility into business processes. Contributed to the preparation and design of a new modern Databricks Data Warehouse, enhancing scalability and integration capabilities.
Data and Analytics Consultant at Joyful Craftsmen AG (for Stadler AG)
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Consolidated two legacy SAP BusinessObjects systems into a unified, modern BI environment, including the migration of Data Services ETL processes to SAP Datasphere. Redesigned the BI security concept and authentication mechanisms, improving system reliability, access control, and compliance. Partnered with business and IT teams to harmonize reporting standards and ensure data integrity across global operations.
Enterprise Performance Management Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers AG Switzerland
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Defined and implemented data frameworks supporting finance reporting and analytics transformation projects. Advised clients on KPI design, governance, and transparency, strengthening decision-making. Supported clients in defining data strategies and BI architectures, integrating SAP and non-SAP systems.
Business Developer Manager at SAP Romania
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Supported presales and consulting for SAP Analytics and EPM solutions, shaping client data strategies. Guided organizations in adopting cloud-based analytics platforms, aligning with digital roadmaps. Demonstrated business value of data governance and modern BI architectures in finance transformation.
Principal Technology Consultant at SAP Romania
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Developed and optimized BI architectures leveraging SAP BW/4HANA, Datasphere, and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). Created interactive dashboards and analytical reports supporting executive-level decision-making. Supported data migration and validation initiatives, ensuring high data quality and integrity.
Analytics Consultant / Senior BI Advisor at Dell Technologies, Honeywell, Hewlett-Packard
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Designed and implemented data models and ETL frameworks for financial and operational reporting. Ensured data quality through schema validation, cleansing, and reconciliation processes. Partnered with business users and IT teams to deliver accurate and timely data insights.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Applied Electronics - Computer Science, Electronics and Telecommunications University, Bucharest at Electronics University, Bucharest
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

SAP Activate Project Manager (C_ACTIVATE22)
January 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025
SAP BW/4HANA Data Acquisition & Reporting (C_BW4H_211)
January 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025
SAP S/4HANA Cloud - Public Edition - Finance 2023 (C_S4CFI_2308)
January 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025
SAP S/4HANA Finance for Group Reporting Associates (C_S4FCC_2021)
January 1, 2023 - November 6, 2025
SAP Analytics Cloud Planning (C_SACP_2321)
January 1, 2023 - November 6, 2025
Professional Scrum Master (Scrum.org)
January 1, 2023 - November 6, 2025
SAP Professional Architect (SAPA200)
January 1, 2020 - November 6, 2025
SAP Analytics Cloud (C_SAC_2014)
January 1, 2020 - November 6, 2025
SAP Lumira Designer 2.1 (C_LUMIRA_21)
January 1, 2019 - November 6, 2025
SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence 4.2 (C_BOWI_42)
January 1, 2018 - November 6, 2025
SAP BusinessObjects BI Platform 4.2 (C_BOBIP_42)
January 1, 2018 - November 6, 2025
ITIL v3 Foundation
January 1, 2012 - November 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Retail, Other